California DUI and Traffic Ticket Defense Attorney

Law Office of Mark J. Madrigali

2124 F Street Suite B Bakersfield, California 93301 USA

 (661) 578-5659

www.bakersfield-duiattorney.com
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The Law Office of Mark J. Madrigali is an experienced dedicated law firm in Bakersfield, California. Attorney Mark J. Madrigali is a leading Southern California traffic violation defense lawyer with a high rate of success. Mr. Madrigali handled more than 1,500 traffic cases last year and obtained dismissals or zero point convictions in more than 90 percent of those cases.

Hiring a lawyer to defend you against a traffic ticket or DUI does not cost you money in the long-term. It actually saves you money in the end because: Many employers require a driver's license and a good driving record; If you have a Class A or commercial driver's license, additional points can mean a loss of your livelihood; A DUI conviction or traffic offense can cause your insurance rates to go up for three years − in some cases by thousands of dollars; A DUI conviction comes with hefty court costs, license reinstatement fees and fines; If your driver's license is suspended, you may be tempted to drive anyway. Individuals caught driving without a valid license often face jail time.

Your driver's license is one of the most important assets you possess. If you have been charged with reckless or drunk driving, or commercial driver DUI, you need a skilled and experienced lawyer to help protect it. I have the experience to help you in court and at DMV hearings. In addition to DUI charges and traffic violations, my criminal defense practice also includes areas such as: Felony defense; Medical marijuana defense; Expungements and dismissals.

Languages: Spanish; English

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Medical Marijuana Defense

Practice Areas Description

At the Law Office of Mark J. Madrigali, our practice includes areas such as:

- DUI Defense

Everyday, people are charged with DUIs − but a charge of DUI is not the same as a conviction. A charge of DUI means you need to speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible to fight the charges. I am Mark J. Madrigali, and I have hundreds of hours of experience in the courtroom successfully defending clients charged with DUI and other traffic offenses. My goal is to ensure my clients' rights are protected and they receive an aggressive defense. I have cases involving practically every issue that could arise from a DUI, such as: Challenging DUI breath and blood tests; Unlawful DUI stop; Felony DUI defense; California DUI penalties; DUI Driver's license suspension; Commercial Driver DUI; California DMV hearings; Out-of-State Representation.

- Traffic Ticket Defense

Traffic tickets have consequences that go far beyond the fine. The most serious penalty comes from the loss of points on your driving record, which can lead to higher insurance rates and even suspension of your driver's license. I'm Mark J. Madrigali a traffic violation defense lawyer. From my office in Bakersfield, I handle all types of tickets, including: Automated red-light camera violations; Stop sign violations; Lane violations; Following too close; Impeding traffic; Seat belt violation; Reckless driving; Speeding violations such as exhibition of speed and street racing; Misdemeanor or felony DUI; Hit and run; Driving after suspension or revocation; Evading police; Failure to use signal; Crossing a divided line; Crossing the centerline; Vehicular homicide.

- Felony Defense

Misdemeanors may come and go from your criminal record, but felonies last forever. If you are convicted of a felony in California, you will face life-long consequences. At the Law Office of Mark J. Madrigali, I have years of criminal defense experience. I have successfully tried hundreds of cases, involving serious offenses, such as: Assault, including domestic violence; Drug possession, including methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin and ecstasy, as well as OxyContin and other prescription drugs; Multiple DUI charges, including felony DUI; Drug crimes, including medical marijuana; Weapons crimes, including possession of firearms by felons; Theft-related charges, including burglary. My success in felony criminal defense cases stems from carefully reviewing quality and credibility of the evidence obtained against my clients.

- Medical Marijuana

California's medical marijuana law allows people with a prescription from a licensed physician to possess a certain amount of marijuana for individual use. But there are many possible legal dangers concerning pot, particularly when there are questions of distribution or sale. A legal prescription from a doctor is necessary to obtain a medical marijuana ID card. If prosecutors charge you with possession because they claim your card is somehow fraudulent or otherwise not valid, I can take strong action to protect your rights. If someone has more marijuana than he or she is permitted to have for medical use, legal complications can arise. Sometimes this relates to cultivation − you were growing for your own use, but the authorities say you have more than you are entitled to. They may claim you are selling or distributing, even if you have a valid card to use medical marijuana,

- Expungements

If you've had a brush with the law, your criminal justice records can follow you around for a long time. Even a minor offense could interfere with basic activities like getting a job, renting an apartment or owning a gun. Fortunately, California law has procedures available that can enable you to clean up part or all of your record. These are known as expungements. The various steps in the process can be complex, however, and it is best to work with a lawyer who knows the system. The first things to determine are the types of records at issue and the level of the offense (misdemeanor or felony case). Arrest records are generally accessible only to law enforcement agencies, not to the general public. But records of convictions are usually more widely available. Many of my clients come to me to fight DUI charges. If you have questions about whether dismissal or another type of expungement relief is available for DUI, I can help.

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